June 2019 - Page 7 of 13 - CannabisNewsWire

MondayJun 17, 2019 9:00 am

Searching for the Next Super Nova

CannabisNewsWire Editorial Coverage: Skepticism has been squashed and all apprehension eliminated. There’s no longer any question about either the viability or the profitability of the newly respected cannabis sector. Huge money has already been made in the nascent industry, and the only real question left is: where’s the next super nova? Quarter-over-quarter sales growth is one of the indicators used to target explosive upside potential. Similar growth patterns were exhibited by many of the cannabis behemoths prior to parabolic price increases. In what may be an equally telling indicator, Wildflower Brands Inc. (CSE: SUN) (OTCQB: WLDFF) (WLDFF Profile) revenues have now…

MondayJun 17, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Mississippi Medical Cannabis Ballot Measure Close to Attaining Signature Target

Activists in Mississippi have revealed that they are about to reach the required number of voter signatures in order to see an initiative about medical marijuana included on the ballot in 2020. Once the organizers submit that list of signatures, the Secretary of State will go through it and certify that each of the signatures belongs to a valid voter in the state. The organizers have emphasized that they will not stop once they reach the minimum number of signatures required. Instead, they will keep gathering more until the submission deadline in September is reached. The extra signatures will serve…

FridayJun 14, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Group Claims Federal Government Broke the Law in Cannabis Scheduling Evaluation

The Competitive Enterprises Institute, a libertarian think tank, has claimed in a formal filing that the federal government erred in the way it handled the scientific evaluation of cannabis’ therapeutic value, and the government must therefore take steps to fix the errors it made. Their request for correction was sent to the Department of Health and Human Services (U.S. HHS). HHS had written to the DEA in 2015 and the DEA relied on that letter from HHS in determining that marijuana be classified as a Schedule 1 drug in the U.S. According to CEI (Competitive Enterprises Institute), the letter sent…

FridayJun 14, 2019 10:57 am

15 Stunning Benefits of Hemp Protein You Probably Didn’t Know

Did you know hemp is one of nature’s best sources for a plant-based protein? Made from grinding the seeds of a hemp plant, hemp protein powder is full of essential fats and vitamins. In fact, hemp protein contains all 20 amino acids, including all 9 essential amino acids. Unlike most plant proteins, hemp is a quality source for amino acids. This is why hemp is considered to be a complete plant-based protein. Plus, hemp seeds also supply the body with fiber and minerals. Curious to learn more? Consider these 15 incredible benefits of hemp protein. #1) Boosts Immune System Consuming…

FridayJun 14, 2019 10:32 am

VPR Brands LP (VPRB) Fostering Steady Year-over-Year Growth

The company has a seasoned management team with more than 50 years of experience VPR Brands is focused on sustainable, manageable growth and continued product excellence The company is a relatively unknown, award-winning cannabis firm VPR Brands LP (OTC: VPRB) is a technology holding company located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializing in vaporizers and accessories for essential oils, cannabis concentrates and extracts and electronic cigarettes. The company holds U.S. and Chinese patents for atomization-related products. VPR Brands’ broad portfolio of tested vaporizer products is driving sales and supporting strong year-over-year financial growth. The strength of the company lies in its…

FridayJun 14, 2019 10:10 am

SinglePoint Inc. (SING) Focused on Acquiring Companies that Benefit from Technology Integration, Growth Capital Injection

SinglePoint is a holding company focused on diversification into horizontal markets The company’s recent acquisition, Direct Solar, has secured $1,457,891 in solar contracts since completion of the acquisition SinglePoint signed a master distribution and co-selling agreement with a national CBD supply chain manufacturer; the company recently entered a letter of intent to acquire ProActive Nutra SinglePoint Inc. (OTCQB: SING) is a technology and investment vehicle that specializes in acquisitions of small- to mid-sized companies. The company’s emphasis is on acquiring companies that will immediately benefit from the injection of technology integration and growth capital. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, SinglePoint looks…

FridayJun 14, 2019 4:20 am

420 with CNW – Nevada Bans Employers from Denying Jobs to Applicants Who Test Positive for Cannabis

From the first day of 2020, no employer in Nevada will be allowed to deny a job applicant employment just because that individual tested positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drugs test. The ban is contained in a bill which was signed into law by Gov. Sisolak on June 5. This makes Nevada the first state to enact such legislation in the country. The new law contains some exceptions for people who may be denied employment on the basis of pre-employment marijuana screening. These include firefighters, EMTs, those who operate vehicles, federal government employees and anyone else applying for a…

ThursdayJun 13, 2019 4:20 pm

420 with CNW – Colorado Hits the $1 Billion Cannabis State Revenue Mark

The state of Colorado has now pocketed more than $1 billion in revenue from the legal cannabis industry. This marks yet another milestone for the state which legalized marijuana in 2014. According to marijuana sales data which has just been released by the state, cannabis sales hit the $6.5 billion mark at the end of May this year. The data also shows that the sales of recreational marijuana are continuing to rise higher as the months roll by. April and May 2019 have also been the best months so far in the entire history of the cannabis industry in Colorado…

ThursdayJun 13, 2019 11:19 am

Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (GRYN) Pursuing Acquisition of 824-Acre California Ranch Property

Green Hygienics Holdings is in the process of completing the purchase of the Potrero Ranch property near San Diego, California The property offers ideal conditions for hemp cultivation, with the potential to harvest two crops per year at an estimated 1,200 to 1,500 pounds of hemp per acre, representing substantial new revenue opportunities The U.S. hemp-derived CBD market is now projected to triple in size, reaching $1.3 billion by 2022, while the global industrial hemp market is expected to surpass $10 billion by 2025 Green Hygienics Holdings Inc. (OTCQB: GRYN), a full-scope premium cannabis cultivation company targeting the high-end medical…

ThursdayJun 13, 2019 10:30 am

Sproutly Canada Inc.’s (CSE: SPR) (OTCQB: SRUTF) (FRA: 38G) Proprietary Water-Soluble CBD Formula to be Delivered in Consumable Brands

Sproutly’s groundbreaking discovery of naturally water-soluble cannabinoids is projected to be a disruptor in the emerging cannabis beverage and edibles market Chief Science Officer Dr. Arup Sen leads the company’s research and development team, which has created 44 different formulations to date The company has entered into an exclusive joint venture with Moosehead Breweries Limited to develop and produce nonalcoholic, cannabis-infused beverages Sproutly Canada Inc. (CSE: SPR) (OTCQB: SRUTF) (FRA: 38G) is advancing its core mission of becoming the leading supplier of water-soluble cannabis solutions and bio-natural oils for beverages and edibles by meeting several key milestones. The company’s chief…